Hi from Jhb, South Africa

[Aruna22]

Hi people

I am thinking of getting a few chickens just for eggs and would appreciate some advie on what breeds are quiet and good layers and if you know if I can get them from somewhere around me?
I am still busy researching but I am hopefully looking to start getting my chicks in about 3 months.
Also stuck a bit on the type of coop necessary for 4-5 hens. Any advice and/or literature would be much appreciated.

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings, Aruna22, and

! Happy to have you aboard! In terms of coops, there are countless styles and designs. Take a look at the Coops section below and see if one suits you. Keep in mind, the size of he coop is recommended to be 4 sq. ft. per bird. I'd advise making the coop larger than you think you need - you may (will) want to add birds later.
For breeds...again, lots of choices. Below is a second link that compares many breeds. Good luck to you and enjoy the journey!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/2/Coop_Designs

http://www.ithaca.edu/staff/jhenderson/chooks/chooks.html

 

[1muttsfan]

Hi and welcome to BYC from northern Michigan

- good luck with your chicken adventure

 

[drumstick diva]

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!!

Glad to have you aboard!!

 

[Aruna22]

Thanks so much for the information, going to get stuck in just now

there is so much of information that I am finding it a bit overwhelming actually.
Really appreciate the pointer in the right direction so thanks again.

 

[DDNONIN2016]

Hello and

So glad you joined